Montana legislators are now on their mid-session break. Yes, the legislative session is half way done. It’s time for an update about the various measures Montana Shooting Sports Association is working
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Update: HB 226 MSSA’s Bill To Exempt Nonprofit Shooting Ranges From MT Property Taxes
The Fiscal Note for HB 226 estimated the impact at zero because it says it is unknown how many shooting ranges might drop off the tax rolls if HB 226 were enacted.
Wrap-Up From Last Week In The Montana Legislature, Jan 28th to Feb 1st 2019
HB 325 would roll back local government authority to regulate firearms under Montana’s “preemption law” at 45-8-351, in order to curb abuse of that statute by Missoula and other communities, and to pr
Montana Switchblade Ban Repeal & Knife Law Preemption Bill Introduced
At the request of Knife Rights, Montana State Representative Casey Knudsen has introduced HB 155 which would repeal the state’s switchblade ban and enact Knife Law Preemption.
Becoming an Outdoor Woman Ice Fishing Class Offered Near Fort Peck, MT
Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks’ Becoming an Outdoors-Woman (BOW) program is sponsoring an ice fishing class near Fort Peck, over Jan. 4-5.
Montana: Get Ready For The Upcoming Legislative Session
In order for you to be prepared to participate effectively in the legislative process, once the Montana legislative session begins early in January, you need to understand the process.
Partnerships Help Distribute Bear Spray in Montana’s Upper Clark Fork
Some Upper Clark Fork Montana hunters will receive a can of free bear spray this fall, thanks to local partnerships aimed at spreading the word on bear safety and reducing conflicts.
Democrat Kathleen Williams Proposes A $200 Million Tax On Montana Gun Owners
With one million magazines in Montana and a $200 NFA tax for each one by Williams is where the $200 million tax on Montana gun owners comes from.
More Lies from Jon Tester, The Truth About Matt Rosendale ~ VIDEO
Rosendale introduced and successfully carried Montana’s Ammunition Availability Act, which was passed, signed, and is now the law in Montana. He is rated A+ by the Montana Shooting Sports Association.
State Gun Group Grades & Endorses Montana Candidates – You Must VOTE
The Montana Shooting Sports Association could not identify any Democrat candidates with an acceptable voting record or an adequate returned candidate questionnaire to meet its endorsement criteria.
MT Candidate Kathleen Williams Supports Registering Normal Capacity Gun Mags
Kathleen Williams at a public event said she would favor treating what she called “high capacity magazines”, really normal gun mags, like “sawed-off shotguns.”
Gun Group Weighs in on Effort to Revive Failed & Fake “Gun Safety” Ordinance
“Not only is this ordinance a misguided attempt at public policy,” said MSSA president Gary Marbut, “but it is being fraudulently sold to the public as a ‘gun safety’ measure. Calling a gun control me
Montana Shooting Sports Association 2018 Annual Meeting Report
It was agreed that Montana Shooting Sports Association’s first priority for the 2019 legislative session should be our School Safety Act.
MT: Bear Spray Works; Bear Saved, Hunter Injured
A hunter who was tracking a wounded elk was attacked by a grizzly. The bear chomped on his hand, then retreated. He readied his bear spray.
Montana Knife Law Reform Passes Without Governor’s Signature
HB 251, which passed, removes the prohibition against concealed carry without a CCW of “a knife with blade 4 or more inches in length.”
Help GOA Put Another Pro-Gunner in Congress
Montana’s Congressman Ryan Zinke was recently appointed as Secretary of the Interior by President Trump, and this has opened a special election to fill his seat.
Montana: Hearing Set for Senate Joint Resolution 11, Status Report on All Bills
There will be a public hearing for Senate Joint Resolution 11 before the House Judiciary Committee on Thursday, March 9th, beginning at 8AM.
Friendly Reminder: MSSA Annual Meeting / RKBA Week
Also, the Montana School Safety Act (HB 385) has passed committee and will be on the House floor for Second Reading on Monday, 2/27.
Complaint Filed Against NYC Everytown for Gun Safety Attorney in Montana
It is a criminal act in Montana for a person who is not licensed to practice law to hold himself out as an attorney and to provide legal advice or services….
Montana Attorney General Opinion, Rules Missoula Ordinance Unenforceable
A city or other local government entity is prohibited by Montana state law from enforcing a local regulation requiring background checks…
Montana: Four Guns Bills On the Agenda for Tuesday Including Permitless Carry
While none of these bills are on the official Montana Shooting Sports Association legislative agenda, MSSA supports all four and urges your support as well.
Give A Copy of ‘Gun Laws of Montana’ for Christmas
It’s not too late to order and receive a copy of Gun Laws of Montana for a Christmas gift for someone (or several) you love this holiday season.
Montana Ballot Issues, Vote 2016
What, people ask, is my personal take on the ballot issues that are on the 2016 ballot? In case you’re interested, here are my personal opinions.
Gary Marbut Gives You His Personal Ballot Choices for Montana’s 2016 ELection
People have been calling me to inquire about various races on the Montana ballot. Well, here’s my opinion, personally, about various races…
Don’t Believe Montana Governor Bullock’s Claims on the Second Amendment
I don’t remember many instances as flagrant as what’s going on in Montana right now where Governor Steve Bullock simply lies about his support for gun rights…
Governor Bullock Lied to Montana Voters on 2nd Amendment Support
“It’s pretty sleazy,” Marbut continued, “for Bullock to claim credit for a law that was enacted just after the Civil War,” “That sure makes a person wonder about his [other] answers…
Oh the Irony, MT Democrat Relies on Gun Law He Vote Down to Get Out of Trouble
Now, it appears as if Bob Bergren is relying on the defensive display protection of HB 228 to justify the conduct that landed him in jail…
Montana Gun Group Demands Answers For Commissioner’s Mistakes
Commissioner Motl has shown a history of feeding his side of a case to the media, while those subject to his enforcement action suffer bad publicity in legally advisable silence
ATF Offers $5,000 Reward for Information on Bozeman Gun Dealer Burglary
About 17 handguns were taken from the store at 822 Jackrabbit Lane in Bozeman, Montana. No suspect information is available
Montana Gun Owners Endorse Greg Gianforte For Governor
The Montana Shooting Sports Association today announced its endorsement of Greg Gianforte, candidate for Governor of Montana.